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22 Jun

Here’s what Donald Trump said after US Launches Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Facilities Amid Escalating Conflict with Israel

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump, Iran, Israel

Washington, D.C. (National Times): In a dramatic escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, the United States has carried out targeted strikes on three of Iran’s nuclear facilities amid the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel. The high-stakes operation was confirmed by President Donald Trump, who issued a series of strong-worded statements late Tuesday night. Labeling Iran as the "bully of the Middle East," Trump warned Tehran that if peace is not pursued urgently, future military responses from the U.S. would be "far greater and easier." Referencing decades of Iranian hostility, Trump said, “For 40 years, Iran has been saying…

22 Jun

Trump says bombs dropped on 3 nuclear sites in Iran

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump, Iran

Washington (Bureau): President Donald Trump said U.S. air forces dropped bombs on three nuclear sites in Iran today."We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan," he said on Truth Social in a statement also distributed to media via email. Trump said the planes involved are now outside of Iranian airspace. Trump last week said he would mull over U.S. participation in Israel's strikes against Iran and come up with a decision within two weeks, giving today's airstrikes an element of surprise "NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE!" the president…

21 Jun

Tragedy in Brazil: 8 Dead, 13 Injured After Hot Air Balloon Catches Fire and Crashes

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsBalloon Accident Brazil, Brazil Hot Air Balloon Crash, Santa Catarina Balloon Fire

Santa Catarina (Brazil) – At least eight people lost their lives and thirteen others were seriously injured after a hot air balloon caught fire mid-air and plummeted to the ground in Brazil’s southern state of Santa Catarina on Friday morning.The tragic incident occurred near the municipality of Pindamonhangaba during what was reportedly a private ballooning event. Eyewitnesses described scenes of panic as the balloon burst into flames shortly after takeoff, sending passengers screaming before it crashed into a nearby field.Emergency services rushed to the scene, but officials confirmed that six people died on the spot while two others succumbed to…

21 Jun

Trump Laments Lack of Nobel Recognition Despite Role in Global Peace Efforts

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsIndia-Pakistan ceasefire, Israel-Iran conflict, Trump Nobel Peace Prize

Washington, June 21, 2025 — U.S. President Donald Trump has once again expressed disappointment over being overlooked for the Nobel Peace Prize, even as he took credit for helping de-escalate some of the world’s most dangerous conflicts.In a post on his platform, Truth Social, Trump wrote, “I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for this, I won’t get it for stopping the war between India and Pakistan, or my efforts in the Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Iran conflicts.” He added that even his administration’s role in brokering peace between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo is unlikely to earn him the…

21 Jun

India’s Evacuation Mission in Iran Now Covers Nepalese and Sri Lankans Amid Escalating Conflict

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Trending, World NewsIndia, Iran

Tehran/New Delhi (National Times): As part of its expanding humanitarian mission in Iran, India has decided to evacuate citizens of Nepal and Sri Lanka alongside its own nationals under the ongoing Operation Sindhu. This move comes after formal appeals from both South Asian countries and reflects India's growing role as a regional stabilizer. In the early hours of Saturday, a special Air India flight from Ashgabat, staging ground for the operation, landed in New Delhi at 3:00 AM, bringing home more evacuees. With this, the total number of Indians repatriated from Iran has reached 517. The Indian Embassy in Tehran…

21 Jun

Donald Trump Claims Peace Deal Between Rwanda and Congo; Rails Against Nobel Snub

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump

New York (National Times): In a dramatic social media post, former President Donald Trump claimed credit for brokering a landmark peace agreement between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, two nations locked in decades of bloody conflict. The treaty, which he said will be signed in Washington early next week, was hailed by Trump as “a great day for Africa.” The deal was arranged with the assistance of Secretary of State Marco Rubio, according to Trump, and aims to finally bring an end to one of the continent’s longest and most deadly disputes. Trump did not reveal specific…

20 Jun

Iran Opens Airspace for India’s Emergency Evacuation Flights Amid Conflict

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsIndia Iran evacuation, Iranian airspace opened, Operation Sindhu

New Delhi, June 20, 2025 – In a rare diplomatic breakthrough amid the intensifying Israel-Iran war, Iran temporarily opened its airspace to facilitate the evacuation of over 1,000 Indian nationals, mostly students, as part of India’s ongoing Operation Sindhu.The move allowed three Air India charter flights to operate out of Mashhad, bringing relief to families and officials back home. According to sources, the first flight landed in Delhi late Friday night, with two more scheduled through Saturday. The students had earlier been moved to Mashhad from cities like Tehran and Qom via special road convoys under strict security protocols.This marks…

20 Jun

Trump Sets Two-Week Deadline on Possible US Strike Against Iran Amid Escalating Conflict

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump, Iran strike decision, Israel-Iran war, US military

Washington, June 20, 2025 — US President Donald Trump has announced he will decide within the next two weeks whether the United States will directly attack Iran, amid ongoing tensions stemming from Israel’s large-scale military offensive against the Islamic Republic. The statement has added a new layer of uncertainty to an already volatile global situation.Speaking from the White House, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed Trump’s timeline: “Based on the fact that there’s a substantial chance of negotiations, the President will make his decision on direct US engagement within the next two weeks.”The announcement follows Washington’s strategic redeployment of military assets…

20 Jun

SGPC Urged to Take Immediate Action to Evacuate Guru Granth Sahib Saroops from Iran Amid Tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIran, Israel, SGPC

Amritsar/Tehran (National Times): With rising tensions in Iran due to the Israel-Iran conflict, calls for the urgent evacuation of sacred Sikh scriptures from the region have grown louder. The North American Punjabi Association (NAPA) has made an emotional appeal to the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), urging immediate action to protect the saroops (physical copies) of Guru Granth Sahib Ji from the Bhai Ganga Singh Sabha Gurdwara in Tehran. NAPA Executive Director Satnam Singh Chahal has requested the SGPC to send a team of five dedicated Sikhs on a chartered flight to bring back the saroops with full maryada (religious…

19 Jun

China, Egypt Urge Immediate Ceasefire Amid Escalating Middle East Crisis

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Beijing/Cairo (National Times) — In a crucial diplomatic exchange, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a phone call with his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty to discuss the rapidly deteriorating situation in the Middle East, expressing deep concern over Israel's recent military actions and the escalating regional tensions. Wang Yi sharply criticized Israel’s operations, stating that its conduct “disregards international law and global norms,” warning that such actions risk pushing the region to the brink of uncontrollable conflict. He called on all parties—particularly Israel—to prioritize the safety, well-being, and interests of people across the region. “China is deeply concerned that the…